Vinyl fence cost in Modesto, CA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $4,900 – $10,100
- Per linear ft
- $32.50 – $66
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +10%
- US $6,850
- Rank of 300 metros
- #17
- 1 = most expensive
A vinyl fence in Modesto, CA usually costs $4,900 to $10,100 for 150 linear ft. That works out to about $32.50 to $66 per linear ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $650 more. Carpenters earn a median of $35.45 an hour in the Modesto area, 22% above the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Modesto, CA, standard level
$6,450 to $8,550
About $42.50 to $56 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 25% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,900 | $6,150 |
| Labor | $1,500 | $2,250 |
| Permits and fees | $75 | $120 |
| Total | $6,450 | $8,550 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Modesto, CA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,950 | $5,500 | $7,100 | 74% |
| Labor | $940 | $1,900 | $2,800 | 25% |
| Permits and fees | $40 | $100 | $160 | 1% |
| Total | $4,900 | $7,500 | $10,100 | 100% |
Where the Modesto price comes from
Labor is 25% of the midpoint bill here, against 22% nationally. The mix of trades behind this job is carpenters (50%), construction laborers (50%). We weight each trade's local median wage by that share and compare it with the national median. In Modesto the blended ratio comes out at 1.25.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Modesto is at 105.2 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $5,250 nationally becomes $5,500 here (midpoint, 150 linear ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 104.1: $40 to $160.
Extras that change the Modesto total
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 1.15 for Modesto, which is the average of the area's wage index (1.25) and goods price index (1.05). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add one gate (flat) | $170 – $900 |
| Remove old fence | $1,750 – $3,450 |
Is Modesto cheap or dear? The local comparison
Contractors rarely work more than an hour or two from home, so the neighboring metros set a rough ceiling and floor for your quotes. Midpoints for 150 linear ft range from $7,400 to $7,700 across Modesto and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Modesto, CAthis page | $4,900 – $10,100 | $7,500 | |
| Stockton, CA30 miles | $4,850 – $9,900 | $7,400 | −1% |
| Merced, CA30 miles | $4,900 – $9,950 | $7,400 | −1% |
| San Jose, CA50 miles | $5,050 – $10,400 | $7,700 | +3% |
| Santa Cruz, CA65 miles | $4,950 – $10,100 | $7,500 | level |
| Vallejo, CA70 miles | $4,950 – $10,200 | $7,550 | +1% |
| California (statewide) | $4,950 – $10,200 | $7,550 | +1% |
| United States | $4,550 – $9,150 | $6,850 | −9% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Modesto ranks #17 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Modesto is 1% below the California figure.
Elsewhere in California
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | 6,271,560 jobs | $5,000 – $10,200 | $7,600 | +1% |
| San Francisco, CA | 2,373,920 jobs | $5,250 – $10,900 | $8,050 | +8% |
| Riverside, CA | 1,716,760 jobs | $4,750 – $9,750 | $7,250 | −3% |
| San Diego, CA | 1,538,060 jobs | $5,000 – $10,200 | $7,600 | +1% |
| San Jose, CA | 1,134,970 jobs | $5,050 – $10,400 | $7,700 | +3% |
| Sacramento, CA | 1,080,590 jobs | $4,950 – $10,100 | $7,500 | level |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Modesto against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Savannah, GA | 198,360 jobs | $4,250 – $8,350 | $6,300 | −16% |
| Corpus Christi, TX | 192,580 jobs | $4,200 – $8,350 | $6,250 | −16% |
| Manchester, NH | 199,560 jobs | $4,450 – $9,000 | $6,750 | −10% |
| Boulder, CO | 192,390 jobs | $4,400 – $8,900 | $6,650 | −11% |
Why two Modesto quotes can differ
Gates
A vinyl gate costs $150-$780 installed, more for large or complex ones.
Removal
Taking down an old fence is $10-$20 per linear foot extra, with disposal.
Permit
Fence permits run $40-$150 depending on location.
What local crews earn in Modesto
The labor line is built from BLS wage data, one trade at a time. This job draws on 2 trades. We compare each trade's local median with the US median, weight the ratios by how much of the job each trade does, and apply the blend to the national labor cost. For Modesto the blend is 1.25.
Carpenters (47-2031), 50% of the weighting: a median of $35.45 an hour, 22% above the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $28.52 and $40.15 an hour. About 1,430 work in the metro. That is 73.2 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 50%) the local median is $29.15 an hour, which is 29% above the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $22.89 and $38.02 an hour. BLS counts 1,070 of them working in the area, 54.8 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is thinner than average.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $120 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $180. That is a swing of roughly 2.4% to 1.6% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Modesto has 195,230 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 117th by size among the 300 metros on this site.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 50% | $28.52 | $35.45 | $40.15 | $29.12 | 1.22 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 50% | $22.89 | $29.15 | $38.02 | $22.66 | 1.29 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.25 | |||||
Modesto weather and the vinyl fence calendar
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Modesto City Co Ap (5 miles from the city center). They are 30-year averages, so any one year can run hotter, colder or wetter.
For exterior installation, the comfortable months in Modesto are September through May: 9 of 12. Outside them, June, July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Modesto gets about 12 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are January, February and December (2.6 inches in January). Inside the workable window, September and October are the driest, at 0.1 and 0.6 inches. The station averages about 90 days a year at 90°F or above.
We do not adjust the estimate by month, because we have no reliable published data on seasonal pricing. It is still worth asking contractors whether an off-peak start date changes their bid.
| Month | Avg high °F | Avg low °F | Precip (in) | For this job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 56 | 39 | 2.6 | Workable |
| Feb | 62 | 42 | 2.2 | Workable |
| Mar | 68 | 45 | 1.8 | Workable |
| Apr | 74 | 48 | 1.0 | Workable |
| May | 82 | 54 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Jun | 90 | 59 | 0.1 | Hot |
| Jul | 95 | 63 | 0.0 | Hot |
| Aug | 94 | 62 | 0.0 | Hot |
| Sep | 89 | 59 | 0.1 | Workable |
| Oct | 79 | 52 | 0.6 | Workable |
| Nov | 66 | 43 | 1.1 | Workable |
| Dec | 56 | 39 | 2.2 | Workable |
What nearby projects cost in Modesto
Jobs that often go together with vinyl fence are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Modesto wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, chain-link fence comes out highest (+18%) and aluminum fence lowest (+11%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence | 150 linear ft | $3,500 – $8,600 | +13% |
| Chain-link fence | 150 linear ft | $1,750 – $7,300 | +18% |
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $4,250 – $12,700 | +11% |
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,900 – $6,000 | +17% |
Modesto: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Modesto. Bands overlap, because plenty of standard jobs cost as much as a light premium one. Sizes run from backyard (100 linear ft) to full lot (300 linear ft).
Basic
$4,900 to $7,000
4-ft picket or ranch rail
Standard
$6,450 to $8,550
6-ft privacy fence, standard white
Premium
$8,000 to $10,100
Tall or colored privacy, many corners and gates
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| backyard (100 linear ft) | $3,300 – $4,700 | $4,350 – $5,750 | $5,400 – $6,750 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $4,900 – $7,000 | $6,450 – $8,550 | $8,000 – $10,100 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $6,550 – $9,300 | $8,600 – $11,300 | $10,600 – $13,400 |
| full lot (300 linear ft) | $9,800 – $13,900 | $12,900 – $16,900 | $15,900 – $20,000 |
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Vinyl fence in Modesto: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a vinyl fence in Modesto?
For 150 linear ft, expect $4,900 to $10,100 in the Modesto area. A standard-spec job lands at $6,450 to $8,550. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for vinyl fence in Modesto?
About $32.50 to $66 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $40 to $160 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $30 to $60.
+Is vinyl fence cheaper in Modesto or Stockton?
Stockton is 30 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $7,400, which is 1% less than Modesto ($7,500). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Modesto?
About 25% at the midpoint, or $1,900 out of $7,500. Materials are 74% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 22%.
+What would 200 ft (200 linear ft) cost in Modesto?
$6,550 to $13,400. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does vinyl fence need a permit in Modesto?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $40 to $160 for fees in the Modesto area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Modesto expensive for vinyl fence compared with the rest of California?
Modesto is 1% below the California statewide estimate ($7,550 at the midpoint). We cover 23 metros in California; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Modesto?
The BLS median is $35.45 an hour in the Modesto area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $28.52 to $40.15.
+What do basic and premium vinyl fence work cost in Modesto?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $4,900 to $7,000 and premium work $8,000 to $10,100. Basic means: 4-ft picket or ranch rail. Premium means: tall or colored privacy, many corners and gates.
+When is the best time to install a vinyl fence in Modesto?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are September through May. September and October are typically the driest of those months. Local contractors' schedules matter as much as the weather, so book early for the busy months.
+What does "add one gate" add in Modesto?
$170 to $900, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Vinyl fence near Modesto
Where these numbers come from
Base prices are national ranges from the sources below. We scale labor by local BLS wages, materials by BEA goods prices and permits by the BEA all-items price level. Full method on the methodology page.
- HomeGuide: How Much Does a Vinyl Fence Cost? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- HomeGuide: 2026 Building Permit Costs | Fees & Cost Calculator (accessed November 4, 2026)
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
- BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024
- NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals, 1991-2020
Note on derived figures: Materials are as cited ($25-$45/ft). HomeGuide reports basic labor at $5-$15/ft, so materials are most of the installed price.